Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People? Finding Faith When Life Hurts
By Dr. Venkat Potana
Length3h 51m
About this audiobook
“This work offers a thoughtful exploration of suffering, faith, and the enduring hope found in God’s promises. Drawing from years of theological study, pastoral experience, and engagement with Scripture, Dr. Venkat Potana presents a message that connects biblical truth with the real experiences of individuals facing pain, uncertainty, and difficult seasons of life.
With careful reflection and spiritual insight, this book encourages readers to understand suffering through the perspective of God’s presence, purpose, and faithfulness. It serves as a valuable resource for those seeking encouragement, for pastors caring for hurting people, and for churches desiring to respond to suffering with compassion and hope. Through these pages, readers are invited to discover that even in challenging circumstances, God remains faithful and His purposes continue to unfold.”
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length3 hrs 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 10, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Title of the Book
9Chapter 4: When Jesus Wept
2About the Book
10Chapter 5: Why God Sometimes Says "Wait"
3Foreword
11Chapter 6: When Suffering Changes Us
4Preface
12Chapter 7: Unanswered Question
5Introduction
13Chapter 8: Walking Through Grief
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6Chapter 1: The Question
14Chapter 9: The Cross Changes Everything
7Chapter 2: If God Is Good, Why Is There Evil?
15Chapter 10: Finding Hope When Life Still Hurts
8Chapter 3: Faith Without Easy Answers
16Conclusion: Explore Related Books
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